Jürgen Klinsmann revolutionized German football in 2006; he will now try to galvanize his career as head coach of the USA against his homeland.
Germany took little time to blast Ecuador away. Ecuador was down four goals in the blink of an eye. Lars Bender, one of the new faces of German football and a figurehead of the Leverkusen midfield, blasted two in. A familiar figure hit the other two- he is called Lukas Podolski. Podolski was first given his chances in the limelight by Klinsmann. In the 2006 World Cup the Polish born German secured a third placed medal and the award of the best young player of the tournament. Amongst the contenders for the second award was a certain Cristiano Ronaldo.
Klinsmann left in a blaze of glory in 2006 despite not winning any trophy. He bought his two years at the helm to an end on a respectful note. Unfortunately for Klinsmann, coaching has turned out to be a weakness rather than another bright light in his long football career since then. The former Stuttgart and Bayern striker was found out in terms of his tactical knowledge at Bayern.
The current German captain and one player whose brilliance was truly brought out on the international stage by Klinsmann, Philipp Lahm, blasted the Swabian in his autobiography. Bayern players often had to decide tactics for themselves in Klinsmann’s short tenure between July 2008 and April 2009 for matches according to Lahm. His tenure was of course ended forcefully by Bayern rather than by choice.
Unfortunately for the German, his USA career could be in for another hit against the very Germans whose football he made beautiful. While much of Klinsmann’s team is gone, the core is very much the one he formed including the aforementioned Lahm, Bastian Schweinsteiger and Miroslav Klose. Podolski still has a part to play as well. Michael Ballack would probably still be a part of the setup too had Kevin Prince Boateng not injured him prior to the World Cup in 2010.
These Germans might teach Klinsmann a lesson about tactics. While Joachim Löw is definitely not a genius in terms of changing tactics in the manner in which Jupp Heynckes or Jürgen Klopp can, he is still good at masterminding a certain tactic which he feels will suit his team best and stick to it. In 2010, Germany used counterattacking football to shock the world during the World Cup.
Löw himself is under the gun but for very different reasons. A golden generation might miss out on the golden trophy due to Löw’s stubbornness and inability to change tactics when opponents find ways to stifle Germany. This could very well be his last chance to win a trophy for Germany. Under Klinsmann, USA’s performances have dropped. They have not performed as well as they did under Bob Bradley. The loss to Belgium saw his side overwhelmed by the sheer brilliance of the opposition.
This game then perhaps comes at a perfect time for the former German international. He could really test himself against opposition of some caliber. If the USA manages to draw or win, Klinsmann knows he will be asked less questions. A drubbing, which could happen, could lead to Klinsmann asking himself to change his own approach.
This match comes at a vital time for the UEFA Cup winner of 1996. He can prove his worth in this match. Or he can simply reaffirm what the world thinks- he is simply a revolutionary rather than a knowledgeable tactician.
What do you think will happen in this match? Let us hear your thoughts!
Klinsmann left in a blaze of glory in 2006 despite not winning any trophy. He bought his two years at the helm to an end on a respectful note. Unfortunately for Klinsmann, coaching has turned out to be a weakness rather than another bright light in his long football career since then. The former Stuttgart and Bayern striker was found out in terms of his tactical knowledge at Bayern.
The current German captain and one player whose brilliance was truly brought out on the international stage by Klinsmann, Philipp Lahm, blasted the Swabian in his autobiography. Bayern players often had to decide tactics for themselves in Klinsmann’s short tenure between July 2008 and April 2009 for matches according to Lahm. His tenure was of course ended forcefully by Bayern rather than by choice.
Unfortunately for the German, his USA career could be in for another hit against the very Germans whose football he made beautiful. While much of Klinsmann’s team is gone, the core is very much the one he formed including the aforementioned Lahm, Bastian Schweinsteiger and Miroslav Klose. Podolski still has a part to play as well. Michael Ballack would probably still be a part of the setup too had Kevin Prince Boateng not injured him prior to the World Cup in 2010.
These Germans might teach Klinsmann a lesson about tactics. While Joachim Löw is definitely not a genius in terms of changing tactics in the manner in which Jupp Heynckes or Jürgen Klopp can, he is still good at masterminding a certain tactic which he feels will suit his team best and stick to it. In 2010, Germany used counterattacking football to shock the world during the World Cup.
Löw himself is under the gun but for very different reasons. A golden generation might miss out on the golden trophy due to Löw’s stubbornness and inability to change tactics when opponents find ways to stifle Germany. This could very well be his last chance to win a trophy for Germany. Under Klinsmann, USA’s performances have dropped. They have not performed as well as they did under Bob Bradley. The loss to Belgium saw his side overwhelmed by the sheer brilliance of the opposition.
This game then perhaps comes at a perfect time for the former German international. He could really test himself against opposition of some caliber. If the USA manages to draw or win, Klinsmann knows he will be asked less questions. A drubbing, which could happen, could lead to Klinsmann asking himself to change his own approach.
This match comes at a vital time for the UEFA Cup winner of 1996. He can prove his worth in this match. Or he can simply reaffirm what the world thinks- he is simply a revolutionary rather than a knowledgeable tactician.
What do you think will happen in this match? Let us hear your thoughts!
